Schoolly D is hosting the debut showcase of What Is Jazz? What Is Hip-Hop? at The Blockley tonight, which is presented by Ropeadope. The showcase aims to continue to blur the lines of musical genres while introducing like-minded up-and-coming artists to the masses. This evening’s performers will feature local emcees Noesis from Philadelphia Slick, MH The Verb, Apuat, Chess, Ty Ward and Poole from WyldLyfe, and others backed by the house band for the night Denton, Texas’ Snarky Puppy, who will also be performing their own set. Jedi Mind Tricks’ DJ Stoupe will be on the wheels of steel to keep things lively. The Blockley, 3801 Chestnut St., 8pm, $12 adv/$15 door, All Ages – H.M. Kauffman